QC Analyst - Microbiology
2 days ago
Memphis
Job Description Job Title: QC Analyst – Microbiology Location: Memphis, TN 38118 Duration: 5-months contract Pay Rate: $24.50/hr on W2 Schedule Tuesday–Saturday | 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM Sunday–Thursday | 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM Interview Process Virtual interview (45 minutes) Job Summary The Quality Control Analyst I (QC Microbiology) is responsible for processing routine environmental monitoring samples, product-release testing, and raw material testing. This role requires strong attention to detail, good organizational skills, computer proficiency, and a basic understanding of microbiology and laboratory instrumentation. The ideal candidate will have effective communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, highly technical environment with minimal supervision. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Performs environmental monitoring, including air viable particulate, non-viable particulate, surface sampling, and personnel monitoring, • Receives raw materials and supplies for the QC laboratory and maintains inventory of laboratory supplies, media, and reagents, • Adheres to SOPs and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) to ensure data integrity and traceability, • Participates in maintaining overall departmental operations, including physical inventories, logs, documentation, and filing, • Assists with routine laboratory upkeep and organization, • Utilizes GMP systems such as MODA and other laboratory computer systems, • Reviews test results from other QC analysts for accuracy and precision, • Maintains efficient workflow and ensures timely submission of testing documentation relative to product release dates, • Bachelor’s degree in Biology or a related scientific discipline preferred, • High school diploma or equivalent required, • 0–2 years of relevant laboratory experience, or experience in a cGMP and/or FDA-regulated industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, • Candidates with less education or experience may be considered upon successful completion of Charles River’s internship program, • Ability to work in a cleanroom environment with full gowning requirements, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Detail-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills, • Demonstrated knowledge of microbiology and aseptic techniques, • Ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot as necessary, • Familiarity with laser particle counters, viable air samplers, microscopes, Endosafe® instrumentation, PCR, and BacT/ALERT systemsCompany DescriptionStaffing Company (Confidential)Staffing Company (Confidential)